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May 29, 2026 · Cessna 172S · N386SP
Colorado Springs, CO
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 29, 2026
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Aircraft
Cessna 172S (1999)
Tail Number
N386SP
Operator
USAF Academy Aero Club
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN26LA210
The student pilot was completing his third solo takeoff of the day. During the takeoff roll, he recognized that the flaps were still fully extended from the previous landing and subsequently moved the flap lever to retract them. The airplane veered left off the runway and struck two runway signs, then continued back onto the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the elevator. The student pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with runway signs.
Full Narrative
The student pilot was completing his third solo takeoff of the day. During the takeoff roll, he recognized that the flaps were still fully extended from the previous landing and subsequently moved the flap lever to retract them. The airplane veered left off the runway and struck two runway signs, then continued back onto the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the elevator. The student pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:46 MDT
Nearest AirportUsaf Academy Davis Airfield (0nm NE)
Runway16L/
Runway Length3513 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172S
Tail NumberN386SP
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorUSAF Academy Aero Club
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360-L2A · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 41 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind190° @ 11 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 52 F
Altimeter29.96 inHg
Observation Time12:00
Weather SourceWFAC